High-tech bid offer extended

Computer Associates, which employs 25 people in its sales and support team in Dublin, announced yesterday that its subsidiary…

Computer Associates, which employs 25 people in its sales and support team in Dublin, announced yesterday that its subsidiary, HardMetal, is extending its offer to purchase all outstanding shares of Platinum Technology International's common stock for $29.25 until midnight today, New York time.

Platinum develops software products and consulting services for company IT systems and database management programs.